Joint pain can be mild or intense, chronic or fleeting, but no matter the degree and duration of your joint pain, Dr. Damon Cross, Susan Ortiz, NP, and our team at Midtown Medical Clinic and Wellness Center in Amarillo, TX can help you find a solution that leaves you pain-free and moving freely.
What can cause joint pain?
Injuries like sprains and strains, ongoing conditions like arthritis or bursitis, and diseases or cancers can all cause joint pain. If you are experiencing new joint pain, the discomfort is great, or the pain is ongoing, it is a good idea to consult with your doctor.
How can I treat my joint pain?
At our Amarillo, TX, office we will start with an examination and analysis to pinpoint the cause and degree of your joint pain before working with you to create a treatment course that helps alleviate your discomfort, improve your mobility, promote healing, and reduce stiffness.
Your personalized treatment course may utilize at-home or in-office techniques, or a combination. Your chiropractor may advise stretching or targeted exercises, the use of oral or topical anti-inflammatory medications, a change in diet, or weight management techniques that you can do at home. Lifestyle changes may also be advised, such as switching your exercise routine, sleep position, or adjusting how you sit.
In-office treatments may include massage therapy, physical therapy, spinal adjustments or manipulation, electrical stimulation, or ultrasound therapy.
Electrical stimulation works by sending an electric current to your nerves to override pain signals or trigger the release of endorphins, which naturally suppress pain. Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves, and their vibrations, to improve joint function and reduce pain.
Depending on the cause and degree of your joint pain, your treatment may be ongoing. Dr. Damon Cross, Susan Ortiz, NP, and our team will work with you to determine the frequency and goals for your visits to our office.
Find relief from your joint pain at Midtown Medical Clinic & Wellness Center in Amarillo, TX. Call us at 806-379-8004 today and schedule an appointment.